Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
Good morning, San Angelo.
A house fire broke out Monday afternoon near the intersection (West Avenue Q and South Randolph Street) and firefighters from San Angelo Fire Department responded quickly by connecting to a nearby hydrant to control the blaze as damage became evident on the roof and upper floor.
A driver lost control of her silver Mazda when it hit the back of a black SUV at about 4 p.m. Monday on the 700 block of Shiloh Street—traffic slowed to one lane and she was cited after reporting minor injuries.
Christle Holeman, 45, was arrested on March 29—around 1 a.m.—after she threatened a man with two kitchen knives on Oxford Drive during a late-night dispute.
On March 29, Brandon Tignor was arrested after a gun he was cleaning accidentally discharged at the Greenwood Apartments on 1516 Greenwood Street, striking a man in the leg who was taken to Shannon Medical Center.
San Angelo corrections officers at Tom Green County Jail booked 10 people in the past 24 hours for charges including drug possession, assault with bodily injury, and carrying a weapon—there are now 440 individuals in custody.
City Council will vote this morning at the McNease Convention Center on a $1.4M land sale that will let South Plains Lamesa Railroad expand its rail yard and help create a rail-served industrial park.
The meeting will also consider two zoning changes — one for rezoning a 2-acre property for residential use and another to reclassify two properties for a brake and lube shop — and review a contract to replace garage doors.
Tom Green County Sheriff’s Office is honored today with a special resolution presentation at 8:30 a.m. at the Tom Green County Commissioners Court (marking 150 years of service) as it has grown from a one-man operation in 1875 to over 230 personnel.
Sheriff Nick Hanna said commemorative 150th anniversary badges will be distributed to command staff today (with other officers receiving theirs later this week).
Dozens of Vietnam War veterans and their families gathered Friday at Goodfellow Air Force Base for a final commemorative pinning ceremony that ended a decade-long national program honoring their service—military officials and organizers said the event marked an overdue thank you for the sacrifices made during the conflict. The ceremony, which coincided with the 50th anniversary of the war's end, awarded lapel pins and certificates to veterans, surviving spouses, and family members, and future Veterans Day events will continue to recognize all who served.
No. 4 Angelo State defeated Texas A&M-Kingsville 7-0 and 12-1 in a Sunday doubleheader at Nolan Ryan Field to open a four-game Lone Star Conference series and improve to 26-6 overall and 24-6 in conference play; senior right-hander Dax Dathe delivered a complete-game shutout in the opener while Nick Wilson earned his sixth win in the second game.
Former San Angelo Central standout Davis Martin delivered a strong performance in his first start for the Chicago White Sox on Sunday by pitching six innings with no earned runs in a 3 to 2 loss against the Los Angeles Angels.
The 28-year-old, returning after Tommy John surgery, threw 61 strikes out of 91 pitches—helping secure his spot as Chicago’s No. 3 starter.
A Taste of Ireland
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Murphey Performance Hall — Ticket proceeds support local causes — Enjoy an enchanting evening of Irish culture and music.
San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo
12 a.m.-11:30 p.m. — CRC Roofers Coliseum — Free with ASU ID — Celebrate ASU Day with free access to the Midway and the Rodeo Parade in Downtown San Angelo.
State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine: Swan Lake
8 AM – 5 PM — Murphey Performance Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a breathtaking ballet performance featuring elite dancers and stunning visuals.
17 Wing Sports Day
10:45 a.m. – 4:45 p.m. — Mathis Sports and Fitness Center — Free entry — Teams compete for the Sport’s Day Trophy in a variety of fun sports activities.
Wine and Music at the Rodeo
5-7 p.m. — San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo — Enjoy a glass of wine and live music before the rodeo performance.
San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo
4:00 PM – 1:59 AM — CRC Roofers Coliseum — Check for ticket prices — Experience thrilling PRCA performances featuring Xtreme Bulls and themed appreciation nights.
San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo
7-1:59 a.m. — CRC Roofers Coliseum — Visit for military and cancer awareness activities during the rodeo events.
BizPitch 2025 Live Event
5:30-9 p.m. — LeGrand Alumni and Visitors Center — Free entry — Celebrate student entrepreneurship with exciting business pitches for cash prizes.
San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo Finals
9:00 PM — CRC Roofers Coliseum — Visit the heart of Pro Rodeo as top contestants vie for championship glory.
PRCA Rodeo
9:00 PM - 1:59 AM — CRC Roofers Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrill as top contestants from the 2024 world standings compete in this fast-selling rodeo event.
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